1 1/2 c. shortening
2 eggs
3 c. flour
2 tsp. baking powder
2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1 3/4 c. sugar
1 c. sour cream or buttermilk
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. lemon juice

Cream shortening, sugar, eggs; stir in milk, then add remaining ingredients. The dough will be soft and sticky. Put on floured board and sift more flour on cookie dough. Pat out about 1/2 inch thick; cut; pat to shake off excess flour. Place on cookie sheet. Bake at 450 degrees for 5-10 minutes.